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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 24, 2020.

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Description of Program and Relief

Chicago Expanded Outdoor Dining

Chicago’s “Our Streets” plan will open up portions of streets in commercial corridors for expanded outdoor dining. Six pilot streets include:

  • Chatham: 75th Street from Calumet Avenue to Indiana Avenue

  • Lakeview: Broadway from Belmont Avenue to Diversey Parkway

  • Little Village: 26th Street from Central Park to Harding Avenue

  • Rush & Division: Rush Street from Oak Street to Cedar Street

  • Near West Side: Taylor Street from Loomis Street to Ashland Avenue

  • West Loop: Randolph Street from Expressway no further than Elizabeth Street

Chambers of commerce, Special Service Areas (SSAs), business associations, and restaurants in groups of three or more can submit an application for Expanded Outdoor Dining, which would allow fully licensed retail food establishments to temporarily use streets or private property for outdoor dining until 11:00 p.m. A single restaurant can apply individually to operate on private property (such as a parking lot).

Government or Lead Agency

Chicago Department of Transportation & Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

Dates Available

Available now

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Restaurants must continue to adhere to Illinois and Chicago social distancing guidance, including spacing tables at least six feet apart, limiting dining to no more than six people per table, limiting gatherings to no more than ten people, and ensuring that protective gear is worn by employees and guests.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

chidining@cityofchicago.org

List of Additional Information

Please visit here, here, and here for more information.

Please visit here to apply.


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